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Optional graphite composite front C-hubs for XRAY XB2 and XT2

XRAY's new graphite composite C-hubs for the XB2 and XT2 platforms are durable and yield more predictable handling, especially on high-traction tracks.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

New VRP aluminum and carbon fiber MBX8 shock towers

Vision Racing Products introduces optional MBX8 shock towers made of either aluminum or carbon fiber.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 11:41 a.m. View Comments

New FX Engines K302 3-port .21 off-road engine

The all-new K302 from FX Engines builds on the success of the K3 but has been improved and refined for lower fuel consumption and more linear power delivery.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 8:32 a.m. View Comments

New DE Racing 22 4.0, B64 and EB410 front wheels

DE Racing releases front wheels to fit the 22 4.0, B64 and EB410 buggies in your choice of black, white and yellow.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 12:04 p.m. View Comments

New ProStar RC Crystal Green color carbon fiber and Kevlar composite parts

ProStar RC adds Crystal Green to its array of color options for carbon fiber and Kevlar composite option parts.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

Sartel re-signs with XRAY

XRAY announces that French champ JP Sartel is remaining with the off-road team.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 11:32 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing rear-locking titanium hinge pins, brass C block, heavy-duty D block and aluminum steering rack for EB410

Exotek Racing releases an assortment of option parts for the EB410 buggy to increase its durability and alter its handling.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 9:03 a.m. View Comments

New Losi 2018 apparel

Losi releases a new hat, t-shirt and sweatshirt design.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 2:42 p.m. View Comments

Revised bulkhead set for Tekno RC EB410

Tekno RC releases a revised front and rear bulkhead for the EB410 buggy that is stronger and more durable.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 16, 2018, 2:30 p.m. View Comments

JConcepts celebrates 15th anniversary with running change to Skull hat

The patch on the popular JConcepts Skull hat now commemorates the brand's fifteenth anniversary.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 12:52 p.m. View Comments

New Team Associated ProSC10 brushless 2WD short course truck RTR [GALLERY]

Team Associated introduces a new 2WD short course truck platform outfitted with brushless electronics and topped with your choice of two bodies.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 4:12 p.m. View Comments

Optional composite pillow ball cups for XRAY XB8 and GTX8

XRAY introduces new composite cups for the pillow balls of the XB8 and GTX8 platforms, which are more reliable and operate more freely — even in dusty conditions.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 8:07 a.m. View Comments

New Scorpion Platinum Series 7700mAh 2S LiPo pack

Scorpion Power Systems adds a 7700mAh 2S LiPo pack to its Platinum Series of batteries.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 12:04 p.m. View Comments

Bakla and Loppini sign contract extensions with XRAY

Multi-time Australian champion Ari Bakla and Italian nitro touring car championship runner-up David Loppini each agree to continue racing for the XRAY team.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 10 a.m. View Comments

First look at MIP Pucks for YZ-2 DTM

MIP team manager Billy Sutton shares a photo of his YZ-2 DTM buggy outfitted with Pucks as he gets ready for Motorama.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 7:28 a.m. View Comments

New Reilley Motorsports Ultimate Soldering Iron

The Ultimate Soldering Iron from Reilley Motorsports uses a lightweight and compact mini controller to provide fast, efficient operation.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 12:36 p.m. View Comments

New HB Racing pre-mounted 1/8-scale buggy tires

Now you can purchase the HB Racing Khaos, Megagrid, Black Jack, Gridlock, Beams and Mega Bite tread patterns, in your choice of Pink, Red or White compounds, on V2 wheels in either White or Yellow.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

VooDoo Racing Cells signs Albertoni

Northeast off-road racer Enzo Albertoni joins the VooDoo Racing Cells team.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 7:09 a.m. View Comments

Ongaro on top of Top 25 RC Rankings after Montpellier GP

Davide Ongaro's third-place finish at the Montpellier GP was enough to move him to the number one spot on the Top 25 RC Rankings, while reigning world champ David Ronnefalk fell to fourth despite finishing in the top five. Here are the complete stand

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 7:21 a.m. View Comments

Orion signs Neumann to contract extension

Former European Champion Jorn Neumann inks a new deal to remain with Team Orion power.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

Savoya signs contract extension with Team Losi Racing

Former European Champion Renaud Savoya agrees to stay with Team Losi Racing.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 15, 2018, 12:43 p.m. View Comments

New REDS Racing Tetra clutch retainer and bearings

REDS Racing introduces a new retainer to fit the Tetra clutch onto TLR and Tekno vehicles, as well as heavy-duty 5x13x4mm bearings.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 12:46 p.m. View Comments

Fear Farm R/C Raceway drivers' stand renovation complete ahead of DNC

The ninth entry in The Dirt Racing founder Joey Christensen's social media documentation of preparations for next week's Dirt Nitro Challenge mentioned that the revamped drivers' stand passed a review from a city inspector, and hinted at a difficult

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 11:56 a.m. View Comments

Hobbytown HobbyPlex to host Spring Offroad Championships in April

The Hobbytown HobbyPlex renamed its annual spring event, and this year's Spring Offroad Championships in April will feature a Dash for Cash as well as a Pro-4 short course class using the Heat Race Qualifying Format.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 1:11 p.m. View Comments

New O.S. Speed B21 Adam Drake Edition .21 off-road engine

First seen in December, Hobbico announces the arrival of the O.S. Speed B21 engine built to the specs of multi-time national champion Adam Drake.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 7:04 a.m. View Comments

Entries open for 2018 ROAR Electric On-Road Paved Nats at Fort Meyers RC Club

Fort Meyers RC Club in Florida will host three touring car classes, along with F1, USGT and Modified 1/12-Scale, at the ROAR Electric On-Road Paved Nationals on April 27-29. Interested racers can now register!

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 10:56 a.m. View Comments

New VBC Racing Ghost18 sport-level touring car kit

At just $199, VBC Racing calls its new Ghost18 "the ultimate club race machine," complete with a carbon fiber chassis, adjustable suspension mounts and more.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

New RC Speed Secrets Next Level Cheater 1.6 + 1.7 shock pistons

RC Speed Secrets adds a new 1.6 + 1.7 split-hole option to its range of Next Level Cheater shock pistons, with sets available 12mm dampers from TLR, AE and Yokomo.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 12:41 p.m. View Comments

New Scorpion Platinum Series 3400mAh shorty LiPo pack

Scorpion Power Systems adds a new 3400mAh shorty pack to its Platinum Series range of LiPo batteries.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 11:44 a.m. View Comments

Optional carbon fiber front wing mount for XRAY XB2

XRAY releases a front wing mount for the XB2 buggy made of carbon fiber, which positions the wing lower and further forward.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 8:13 a.m. View Comments

Special tenth anniversary Kyosho MP9 TKI4 kit coming soon

Famed Kyosho buggy designer Yuichi Kanai shares details of a full-option TKI4 kit to commemorate ten years of racing with the MP9 platform.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 11:04 a.m. View Comments

New TLR 5mm turnbuckle rod ends

With nitro racers from across the country preparing for the DNC next week, the Team Losi Racing squad announces updated 5mm turnbuckle rod ends made of a new material that operate more freely in a wider range of temperatures.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 14, 2018, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Former Dirt Nitro Challenge champions

The 19th annual Dirt Nitro Challenge kicks off on Wednesday of next week, when the nitro off-road community (as well as tons of large-scale and U4RC racers) will gather at the Fear Farm R/C Raceway in Phoenix, AZ for what has grown into the biggest e

Aaron Waldron Feb. 13, 2018, 11:47 a.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Five reasons why I'm excited for the Dirt Nitro Challenge

Next week, hundreds of enthusiastic hobbyists and nearly all of the RC industry’s biggest racing teams will once again transform the Fear Farm R/C Raceway complex in Phoenix, AZ into a small town of tents and RV’s for the 19th annual The Dirt Nitro C

Aaron Waldron Feb. 13, 2018, 9:20 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Who will win Pro Truck at Dirt Nitro Challenge?

The first major nitro off-road race of the year is next weekend in Arizona. Which of these top finishers from 2017 is your pick to win the Pro Truck final on Saturday night?

Aaron Waldron Feb. 12, 2018, 8:10 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Tanner Stees

Tanner Stees is one of those off-road racers that started racing at a young age, so it’s difficult to believe that - at just 19-years-old, he’s been racing for over a decade. With the Dirt Nitro Challenge just over a week away, I reached out to Stees

Aaron Waldron Feb. 12, 2018, 4:10 p.m. View Comments

New Hobbywing XeRun V10 G3 brushless motors

Hobbywing releases a revamped lineup of stock and modified brushless motors that are built for better performance and greater efficiency.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 9, 2018, 7:51 a.m. View Comments

New Reilley Motorsports Pro Glue Tips

Reilley Motorsports offers special glue tips in two different sizes to accommodate medium and thin formulas.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 9, 2018, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New 6mik Racing Ultra 1/8-scale buggy wheels and foam inserts

6mik Racing introduces a new closed-cell foam and wheel design that keeps the foam in place for more predictable handling.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 9, 2018, 11:33 a.m. View Comments

New Trinity Motolyser 2 brushless motor checker [VIDEO]

At last weekend's Snowbird Nationals, Team Trinity introduced their second-generation brushless motor testing device called the Motolyser 2.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 9, 2018, 11:43 a.m. View Comments

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